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Mid-Century Modern Walnut Button Back Arm Chair by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
This effortlessly elegant and timeless Mid Century Modern chair was realized by the legendary
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut W Aluminum Inlay Credenza by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern credenza by Jen's Risom. 3 drawers beside a cabinet door with 1 shelf
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table with Brass Trim by Imperial
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern walnut coffee table/bench with brass trim. This sleek and slender coffee
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chair with Drop in Cushions C1958
By Viko Baumritter
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant walnut lounge chair with updated cushions, (not new) but in very good condition
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut End Table Set with Dovetailed Drawers
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage mid-century modern end table set features a sleek and minimalist design typical of the
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Entryway Side Table Adjustable Chrome Style Knoll
By Herman Miller, Florence Knoll, George Nelson
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, an entryway walnut side table features adjustable chrome star base. in the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Chrome
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut
Chrome Coffee Table by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Large Wall Mirror, Circa 1960s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern large walnut framed wall mirror
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Side Table with Drawer and Cane Shelf
By Paul McCobb
Located in Trenton, NJ
This mid-century modern side table showcases the quiet confidence of American design from the 1950s
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Wood
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza/Bookcase by Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Nightstands by Jack Cartwright for Founders - A Pair
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Elkton, MD
Offered is a stunning pair of mid-century modern nightstands manufactured in the 1960s. Crafted
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest of Drawers with Brass Pulls
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
associated with mid-century modern design. With its clean lines, warm wood tones, and balanced proportions
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Rosewood End Table "Tuxedo" by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modern walnut and rosewood end "Tuxedo" line by Lane. Classic design and form, nice quality
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut
Brass Accent Tripod Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Mirror by Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1960s Mid-Century Modern well made solid walnut and rattan with brass detail mirror by
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chaise Lounge by Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Chaise longue designed by American designer Adrian Pearsall. The frame is made of walnut, with a
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables First Edition Collection by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This eclectic pair of walnut end tables designed by Andre Bus for the First Edition Collection by
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut And Slate Table Lamp Laurel Lamp Co.
By Jens Risom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Elegant and simple, walnut block with grey slate panels. Brass trimmings and a period sixties
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Slate
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Bench or Coffee Table, 1960s, Refinished
By Herman Miller, Maruni, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully refinished Mid-Century Modern slatted wood bench in richly toned walnut, offering the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Table Lamp with Black Metal Side Fins
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Space Age MCM walnut table lamp with black metal side fins, circa 1960s. The lamp is in excellent
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Column Block-Form Table Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome pair of vintage column/block-form table lamps in walnut with brass stems (ca. 1960s, USA
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Robinson Furniture Mid Century Modern Walnut Wood and Rattan Side End Table
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
construction with a classic mid century modern styling. This piece has a beautiful table top featuring the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Edward Wormley Dunbar Mid Century Modern Walnut High Back Lounge Chair
Ottoman
By Edward Wormley
Located in Philadelphia, PA
sculptural form. Listing includes the chair and matching ottoman. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: Chair
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Lane Mid Century Modern Walnut Cross Banded Cocktail Table With Inlaid Dots
By Lane Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
mentioned for accuracy as the presentation is classic Mid Century.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Modeline Mid Century Modern Walnut
Blue Stained Glass Table Lamps Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculpted Walnut & Brass, Blue Stained Glass Table Lamps by Modeline - a
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
American Mid Century Modern Walnut/Pecan
Brass End table by Heritage
By Heritage Furniture
Located in San Diego, CA
American Mid Century walnut pecan end table made by top quality company Heritage , beautiful
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Brass
A mid century modern walnut veneered cabinet by Beautility, circa 1960s
By Beautility
Located in Houston, TX
A stunning dry bar, for the real enthusiasts! A
walnut veneered cabinet by Beautility with a
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Smoked Acrylic Paneled Lamps, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Mid-Century Modern lamps featuring a walnut and smoked acrylic-paneled body, with two (2
Category
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
Hooker Furniture Mid-Century Modern Walnut
Cane Full Size Headboard Bed Frame
By Hooker Furniture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A classic Mid-Century Modern bed by Hooker, featuring a beautifully tailored walnut headboard with
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut and Glass Coffee Table by Lane Furniture
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage Mid-Century Modern coffee table by Lane Furniture exemplifies the sculptural elegance
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut 3-Tier Side Table with Brass Tapered Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
top tier measures 30 inches by 16 inches. Brass-tipped tapered legs give it that classic mid century
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
Large Mid-Century Modern Walnut Plank Bench Or Table - George Nakashima Inspired
By George Nakashima
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Killer Bench! This is a mid-century organ modern large plank bench or coffee table in the manner of
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Benches
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser Credenza By George Nelson For Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century walnut dresser credenza was designed by George Nelson circa 1954 as part of his
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver
By J.B. Van Sciver Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
walnut credenza by J.B. Van Sciver showcases the warm, organic grain patterns that define Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chairs with Curved Backrests
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add mid-century charm to your dining space with this set of walnut dining chairs featuring curved
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Rosewood Chests, 1960s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern three-drawer file cabinets or chests of drawers
By
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Walnut
Rosewood Chest Of Drawers
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern eight-drawer chest of drawers
By Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane High Back Armchairs, Pair
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern high back armchairs or dining captain chairs
By Drexel
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern high back side chairs or dining chairs
By Drexel Heritage
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Mid Century MODERN WALNUT Petite DRESSER by Bassett Furniture Co., c. 1960s
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Petite Dresser by Bassett Furniture Co., c. 1960's. This thoughtful piece takes
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Mastercraft Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Cabinets or Bedside Chests, Pair
By Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern Campaign bar cabinets or bedside chests
By Mastercraft
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza / Chest by Bert England for John Widdicomb
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a beautiful mid-century modern sleek walnut chest designed by Bert England for John
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase on Hairpin Legs, Newly Refinished
By Lane Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern bookcase or display cabinet
By Paul McCobb for Lane
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Italian Mid-Century Modern Walnut
Glass Circular Coffee Table by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A rare and iconic Italian Mid-Century Modern Round Cocktail Table in Solid Walnut attributed to the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Drexel Heritage Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane High Back Dining Armchairs
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern high back dining armchairs
By Drexel Heritage
USA, Circa
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Mid century modern walnut extension dining table by George Nelson Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern original walnut extension dining table designed by George Nelson for Herman
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chair By Bertha Schaeffer For M. Singer
Sons
By Bertha Schaefer, M. Singer
Sons
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern side accent chair was designed by interior and furniture designer Bertha
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Entryway Table or Side Table by Arthur Umanoff
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage side table designed by Arthur Umanoff featuring tall legs and three drawers in a two-tier fashion. Whether its the aesthetic wood finish or elegant appearance these nightstan...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Walnut
$1,196 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Walnut Bar Cart by John Kapel for Jon Stuart
By John Stuart, John Kapel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Modern John Kapel for Glenn of California Drop Leaf Expandable Bar Cart by John Stuart
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wide Rectangle Dining Table 2 Extension Boards
By Drexel, Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern oiled walnut finish wide angle dining table with two 18" extension boards leaves
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Grotrian Steinweg Model 110 Upright Piano Mid Century Modern Walnut Fabric Panel
Located in Leeds, GB
Mid-Century Modern style. Cabinet design focuses on simple, clean lines and curves.
The front panels
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Walnut
Black Vinyl Executive Swivel Desk Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Lafayette, IN
of the most striking office chair designs to come out of the mid-century era! With its fantastic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$1,399 Sale Price / item
53% Off
Pair of Merton Gershun for Cavalier Mid-Century Modern Walnut Brass Nightstands
By Merton Gershun, Cavalier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
a super refined design and great construction quality. Well built, they are constructed of walnut
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Set or Card Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Associates. The set features all solid walnut construction. Very clean and well cared for through the years
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Glass, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut End Table Set by Lane Furniture Rhythm Collection
Located in Seattle, WA
Offered is a pair of Mid-Century Modern end tables by Lane Furniture of Altavista, Virginia. Each
Category
Late 20th Century Side Tables
Materials
Other
1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Executive Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Lafayette, IN
. Desk features walnut construction, brass and mahogany pulls, and the renowned Dunbar build-quality
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
$2,975 Sale Price
50% Off
Pair of Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut End Tables Two Drawer Stands
By Paul McCobb, Edmond J. Spence
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice Mid-Century Modern end tables stands.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Walnut
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Mid Century Modern Walnut For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of mid century modern walnut for your home. An item from our selection of mid century modern walnut — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of mid century modern walnut, we have 23811 options in-stock, while there are 782 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of mid century modern walnut you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An option in this array of mid century modern walnut made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made piece of mid century modern walnut has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Adrian Pearsall, Edward Wormley and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Walnut?
The average selling price for a piece of mid century modern walnut at 1stDibs is $2,962, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $168,000 for the highest priced.
A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Mid Century Modern Walnut
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- Is Mondrian mid century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Is mid-century modern timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
- Is rattan mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Eames mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 25, 2024The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern era correlates specifically to the years following World War II. These years in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Vintage mid-century modern furniture — including tables, chairs, desks and case pieces — are often organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple.
Postwar architects and designers in the United States were animated by new ideas and new technology during the era of mid-century modernism. Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century furniture designs manufactured by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller.
Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Knoll became a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces soon became desirable for the home. Similarly, Michigan’s Herman Miller is best known for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, and while the company focused on the office, people loved its designs for their homes, too.
Find vintage mid-century modern furniture for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024There is not a single year that is mid-century modern. The style emerged during the 1940s and 1950s and remained dominant through the 1960s and into the early 1970s. Some notable designers who contributed to the development of the mid-century modern style include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Mid-century modern furniture is so popular largely because its characteristics align well with the trends and tastes that are dominant today. Many people love its simple look defined by clean lines, and the use of natural materials also adds to its popularity. In addition, designers created mid-century modern furniture to be as functional as it is visually appealing, making pieces executed in the style simple, convenient and comfortable to use. Find a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century modern furniture combines sleek lines with organic shapes.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Art Deco mid-century modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Deco is not mid-century modern. Art Deco began just before World War I and was inspired by cubism. Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many colors available for painting a mid-century modern home and it is a matter of preference. You can choose from a range of colors that are closely associated with mid-century modernism — popular pairings include orange and brown or chartreuse and gray, for example. Find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture, decorative pieces, serveware and lighting on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019The defining characteristics of mid-century modern furniture design include simplicity, an emphasis on organic forms, clean lines and a mix of both natural and man-made materials. The mid-century modern style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is used to describe the work of furniture designers who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Both neutral tones and bold Pop art colors can typically be found in mid-century modern interiors, which usually include light-filled spaces. An integration of floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant access to the outdoors renders prominent a connection with nature, which owes in part to the ideas of celebrated architect Frank Lloyd Wright, an inspiration for mid-century furniture designers. Popular mid-century modern designers include Ray and Charles Eames, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and others. Find vintage mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Mid-century home decor is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and materials like wood and tweed.
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